Your Shih Tzu & Your Veterinarian

First visit is very important
it will start you and your puppy off in the right direction.

You have been given a health record. It will tell you what
PREVENTIVE care has been given to your puppy. Being a breeder it is
defiantly harder for me to get ride of some common parasites than
you. I have parents and puppies, it is sad, but they can constantly
reinfect each other.

No Routine Care Is needed

I have tried very hard to see you get the best.
This is what I have done for the puppy already.

Galaxy 5 way shot ….with out . Leptospirosis (Deer
Urian).

Pyrantel…… every 2 weeks--Roundworm and Hookworm

Albon…… 10 days Treatment -Sulfadimethoxine is an
antibiotic and also used to treat coccidial infections in many
species and for stress.

Three days of Panacure…….Guardia- Water parasite
75% of all dogs have

In the health record it will tell you more about
these common parasites.

You should bring a
stool sample to
the vet…….If it shows any current parasites, then please
Treat the puppy to get eliminate current parasites..
Otherwise you do not need any routine treatment, because I
have already given routine treatment.

Always
use liquid when possible or crush the tablet.

Below is copies of American
Shih Tzu Club Website and is written By Jo Ann White Up to #5 |
ASTC

No individual can possibly be totally familiar with the quirks of
every breed, here are some Shih Tzu peculiarities you might like to
share with your veterinarian.

1.Shih Tzu puppies often have slightly pinched nostrils that
generally open with time. The bubbly discharge from a Shih Tzu
puppy’s nose is NOT serious if the discharge is clear and watery and
the dog is otherwise thriving. This problem is most acute during the
teething stage. Even the nostrils of a dog that has
difficulty simultaneously eating and breath-ing or is lethargic at
this time may open satisfactorily as the dog matures, but a few dogs
this severely affected may require surgery later on.

2.Small umbilical hernias (a bubble-like protrusion
of fat at the navel through an opening no larger than the tip of
your little finger) are common in Shih Tzu and are often due to
excess stress on the umbilical cord during delivery. Such hernias
often close naturally over time, although you may want to have
them surgically closed while your pet is being neutered. Unlike
inguinal (groin-area) hernias, they are not a reason to avoid
breeding a dog.

3. Shih Tzu quite often cut their teeth relatively late and
loses them relatively early. Undershot bites (lower jaw protruding
beyond the upper one) are characteristic of this breed, and crowded,
poorly aligned, and missing incisors are common.

4.Reverse sneezing describes a condition in which the
dog seems to be unable to get its breath and begins to honk or
snort. It is most often caused by a slightly elongated soft palate
that “sticks” until the dog takes a deep breath through its mouth.
The most effective way to stop this is to put a finger over the
dog’s nostrils, thereby forcing it to breathe through its mouth.
Sometimes just a hug and some reassurance will do the trick! Unlike
more serious problems found in brachycephalic (short-faced) dogs,
reverse sneezing in Shih Tzu is quite common and is not
life-threatening.

5.Eye injuries are common in short-faced, large-eyed
breeds, and require immediate veterinary attention. If your
dog’s eye is red, if it is squinting, pawing at one eye: then take
it to the vet at once.

6. Never give a pill to a Shih Tzu
Puppy under 4 months old. Worming should always be liquid and
most other medicine comes in liquid form. Only worm when stool shows
it necessary for specific worms. Routine worming was already done on
your puppy.

7. Shots should be 5 way with
out the Leptospirosis. -Lepo. Can damage Kidneys and/or liver.
Makes my guarantee VOID for Kidneys.

Rabies after 4months of age

8. Puppy needs to be kept warm with
a heating pad, threw out winter months.

Heating
pad should be used 24-7 the first 9 months of age at least. Low is fine if
you can feel it. A puppy’s tempter is normally 102 o. Humans is 97.
Your puppy will get a cold if chilled or not warm enough. Especially
watch out for colder whether. Check your heater often to make sure
it is working properly.

9. Never agree to any surgery unless
you talk to me first.

Guardia Infection (giardiasis)

Giardia infection (giardiasis) is one of the
most common waterborne diseases in the
United States. The parasites are found in backcountry streams and
lakes, but also in municipal water supplies, swimming pools and
spas. Giardia infection can also be transmitted through food and
person-to-person contact.

Infections usually clear up within six weeks. But you may have
recurrent episodes or have intestinal problems long after the
parasites are gone. Several drugs are generally effective against
Guardia parasites, but not everyone responds to them. Prevention is
your best defense. As adults the dog is immune to Guardia parasite.

You will need at least the foods and a water bottle for your new
puppy.

This is what your puppy is currently eating and food instructions
and directions will be given at pick up.